Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026: Apply for Clerk, MTS and Other Posts

Sahitya Akademi has opened a new recruitment drive for candidates seeking opportunities in a reputed national-level literary organization. Through this recruitment, the Akademi aims to appoint suitable candidates for various administrative, technical, clerical, support, and other roles. Moreover, the recruitment process will follow the prescribed eligibility and selection conditions mentioned in the official notification. Therefore, interested candidates should carefully review the complete notification, understand the post-specific requirements, and prepare all necessary documents before submitting their applications.

In this article, candidates can check complete details of Sahitya Akademi Recruitment 2026 such as eligibility criteria, age limit, application dates, vacancy details, selection process, salary, and how to apply.

Eligibility Details

Candidates can check the post-wise qualification and experience requirements below:

Deputy Secretary (General-Admin.)

• Must hold a Master’s degree in a language or Business/Public Administration with at least 55% marks.
• Must have 7 years of relevant experience in an equivalent administrative position.
• Must have experience organizing literary activities, programmes, seminars, conferences, or festivals.
• Must maintain a clean record with no pending vigilance, disciplinary, or criminal proceedings.

Assistant Editor

• Must hold a postgraduate degree in a language or literature recognized by Sahitya Akademi.
• Must have good knowledge of English, Hindi, and at least one regional Indian language.
• Must have 5 years of experience in copy-editing literary or scholarly manuscripts.
• Must possess basic computer knowledge.

Senior Library & Information Assistant

• Must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Library Science.
• Must have 5 years of experience in a recognized library.
• Must have good knowledge of computer-based library applications.

Junior Translation Officer

• Must hold the prescribed Graduate or Master’s degree with Hindi or English as a main subject.
• Must possess the required translation diploma or certificate wherever applicable.
• Must have 3 years of experience in literary translation between Hindi and English.

Technical Assistant

• Must hold a Graduate degree or equivalent qualification.
• Must possess a Diploma in Book Publishing.
• Must have 5 years of relevant experience in a printing press, publishing house, or government undertaking.
• Must understand printing and book-publication processes.

Programme Assistant

• Must hold a Graduate degree or equivalent qualification.
• Must have 5 years of relevant experience in a literary, academic, government, or publishing organization.
• Must know how to organize meetings and conferences.
• Must possess good computer knowledge.

Publication Assistant

• Must hold a Graduate degree or equivalent qualification.
• Must possess a Diploma in Printing or the required 5 years of relevant experience.
• Must understand printing and publication processes.
• Must possess basic computer knowledge.

Proof Reader Cum General Assistant

• Must hold a Graduate degree or equivalent qualification with Hindi or English as a subject.
• Must know how to proofread content in Hindi and English.
• Must have proficiency in Hindi and English.
• Must possess basic computer knowledge.

Stenographer Gr. II

• Must have passed 10+2 or an equivalent examination.
• Must achieve a shorthand speed of 80 words per minute.
• Must possess good typing speed in English or Hindi.
• Must have good computer knowledge.

Messenger Cum Rider

• Must have passed 10+2.
• Must hold a valid driving licence for a two-wheeler or car.
• Must have 3 years of driving experience.
• Must know basic motor mechanics.

Van Driver

• Must have passed 10th or 10+2.
• Must hold valid driving licences for light and heavy vehicles.
• Must have 3 years of motor-driving experience.
• Must know how to perform minor automobile repairs.
• Must demonstrate polite behaviour.

Junior Clerk

• Must have passed 10+2 or an equivalent examination.
• Must maintain a net typing speed of 35 words per minute in English or 30 words per minute in Hindi.
• Must possess knowledge of computer applications.

Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)

• Must have passed 10th or 10+2 from a recognized board or institution.
• Can also hold an ITI-equivalent qualification.
• Must demonstrate multi-skilling ability.
• Must possess basic computer knowledge.

Salary Details

Sahitya Akademi will offer salaries according to the 7th Central Pay Commission Pay Matrix. The post-wise pay levels and salary ranges are as follows:

• Deputy Secretary (General-Admin.): Level 11 – ₹67,700 to ₹2,08,700 per month.
• Assistant Editor: Level 10 – ₹56,100 to ₹1,77,500 per month.
• Senior Library & Information Assistant: Level 6 – ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400 per month.
• Junior Translation Officer: Level 6 – ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400 per month.
• Technical Assistant: Level 6 – ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400 per month.
• Programme Assistant: Level 6 – ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400 per month.
• Publication Assistant: Level 6 – ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400 per month.
• Proof Reader Cum General Assistant: Level 4 – ₹25,500 to ₹81,100 per month.
• Stenographer Gr. II: Level 4 – ₹25,500 to ₹81,100 per month.
• Messenger Cum Rider: Level 2 – ₹19,900 to ₹63,200 per month.
• Van Driver: Level 2 – ₹19,900 to ₹63,200 per month.
• Junior Clerk: Level 2 – ₹19,900 to ₹63,200 per month.
• Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS): Level 1 – ₹18,000 to ₹56,900 per month.

In addition to the basic pay, selected candidates may receive admissible allowances and benefits as per Sahitya Akademi rules and applicable Government of India norms.

Age limit

Sahitya Akademi will calculate the candidate’s age as on the closing date of the application.

• Maximum Age Limit: 50 years for all advertised posts.
• Age Relaxation: Candidates from reserved categories will receive age relaxation according to applicable Government of India rules.
• Candidates should verify their age and applicable relaxation before submitting the application.

Application Fee

Candidates must pay the application fee through Demand Draft drawn in favour of “Secretary, Sahitya Akademi, New Delhi.” The fee varies according to the pay level and category:

• Level 10 & Level 11 Posts
  • UR/OBC: ₹1,000
  • SC/ST/Women: ₹500
  • EWS/PwD: No Fee
• Level 1 to Level 6 Posts
  • UR/OBC: ₹800
  • SC/ST/Women: ₹500
  • EWS/PwD: No Fee
• Candidates must submit a separate application form and separate fee for each post if they apply for multiple posts.
• The Akademi will not refund or adjust the application fee after payment.

Selection Process

Sahitya Akademi will select candidates through an interview, written examination, and qualifying skill test, depending on the post. The selection process includes the following stages:

• Deputy Secretary (General-Admin.) & Assistant Editor
  • Candidates will face an interview.
  • Sahitya Akademi will make the selection based on interview performance.
• Level 6 Posts
  • Candidates will appear for a 100-mark written examination.
  • Part I: Objective test of 50 marks covering General Studies/GK, Hindi, English, Computer, and Quantitative Aptitude.
  • Part II: Descriptive test of 50 marks based on the concerned subject.
  • The examination will last 2 hours.
  • The examination will have no negative marking.
• Proof Reader Cum General Assistant & Stenographer Gr. II
  • Candidates will take a 100-mark written examination.
  • Part I: Objective questions carrying 50 marks.
  • Part II: Descriptive questions carrying 50 marks based on the respective post.
  • The examination will last 2 hours.
  • Stenographer candidates will also take a qualifying shorthand and typing skill test.
• Messenger Cum Rider, Van Driver, Junior Clerk & MTS
  • Candidates will take a 100-mark written examination.
  • Part I: Objective questions carrying 60 marks.
  • Part II: Descriptive questions carrying 40 marks.
  • The examination will last 2 hours.
  • Messenger Cum Rider and Van Driver candidates will take a qualifying driving skill test.
  • Junior Clerk candidates will take a qualifying typing test.

Finally, Sahitya Akademi will shortlist eligible candidates for the required selection stages. Candidates must therefore meet the prescribed eligibility conditions and perform well in the applicable examination, skill test, or interview.

Important Dates

Application Starts	Already Started
Last Date to Apply	21 September 226
Total Post	30 Vacancies
Exam Date	To Be Announced
Job Type	Permanent Govt Job

How to Apply

Candidates must apply offline by following the steps below:

1. First, download the prescribed application form from the official Sahitya Akademi website.
2. Fill out the application form carefully and enter all required details correctly.
3. Attach a recent self-attested passport-size photograph with the application.
4. Attach self-attested copies of all required educational, experience, category, and other supporting documents.
5. Prepare the Demand Draft for the applicable application fee in favour of “Secretary, Sahitya Akademi, New Delhi.”
6. If you apply for more than one post, submit a separate application form and separate fee for each post.
7. Write “Application for the post of ________” on the envelope and mention the name of the post you are applying for.
8. Send the completed application through Speed Post or Registered Post only to:The Secretary,
   Sahitya Akademi,
   Rabindra Bhavan,
   35 Ferozeshah Road,
   New Delhi – 110001
9. Make sure the application reaches the prescribed address within the notified deadline.
10. Candidates should not send applications through email, as the Akademi will consider only applications submitted through the prescribed offline process.

Important links

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